Archives: May 2014

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Insider’s Guide: the Best Deals and Discounts at Navy Pier

May 29, 2014

May 29, 2014 Don’t crack open that piggy bank just yet! Chicago is certainly filled with fun things to do and places to see, but if you want to keep the whole family entertained without spending a fortune, Navy Pier is the place to be. With deals and promotions for all sorts of attractions and […]

Borrow Some Wheels from Bike and Roll Chicago

May 27, 2014

May 27, 2014 Chicago’s tall buildings, impressive lake, and intriguing neighborhoods are captivating, but they lose some of their majestic quality when being viewed from inside a car stuck in traffic. Why not enjoy the same sights while getting some fresh air and exercise this summer instead? Look all the way up to the […]

Embark On an Aquatic Adventure with Tall Ship Windy

May 22, 2014

Ahoy there, matey! Get your pirate’s booty over to Navy Pier—Tall Ship Windy is now open for the season! Offering programs that are educational, creative, and inspiring, with a variety of daily sailing adventures as well as educational tours, Tall Ship Windy has something for everyone, from experienced sailors to rookie landlubbers. The official flagship […]

Mystic Blue’s Chicago Craft Beer Week Cruise

May 20, 2014

May 20, 2014 Happy Craft Beer Week! The 5th annual Chicago Craft Beer Week kicked off last Thursday, May 15, and craft beer lovers of Chicago have been celebrating all week long by sampling as many brews as possible in more than 300 participating venues around the city. The goal of the festival […]

Free and Discounted Visits at Chicago Children’s Museum

May 15, 2014

Every child has the right to play; that’s the belief of Chicago Children’s Museum. No matter what their background, abilities, or familial income, all children should have the opportunity to play and learn in a safe, welcoming environment. That’s why CCM offers free and discounted visits weekly and monthly—to ensure children and families can pursue […]

Lakefront Fun at Pier Park + 2014 Fireworks Schedule!

May 13, 2014

After a long winter, the sun has finally emerged, and everyone’s favorite lakefront hangout is once again in full swing! Hop on all the rides in Pier Park and spend the entire day enjoying everything Navy Pier has to offer. Located on the upper deck between the Crystal Gardens and the Pepsi Skyline Stage, Pier […]

Acrobatics and Martial Prowess in Cirque Shanghai: Warriors

May 8, 2014

A mind-blowing display of pure athleticism and acrobatic beauty, Cirque Shanghai is a Las Vegas-caliber performance now in its ninth consecutive season at Navy Pier’s Pepsi Skyline Stage. This year’s installment is Warriors and transports the audience back to the days in ancient China when Kung Fu and Wu Shu masters were the backbone of […]

Henry V at Chicago Shakespeare Theater

May 1, 2014

“All things are ready, if our mind be so.” William Shakespeare’s captivating and beloved Henry V will shine as the finale to the 2014 Chicago Shakespeare Theater season. The famed coming-of-age play is directed by Christopher Luscombe, whose work has been featured at the Royal Shakespeare Company, and will run through June 15. Watch as […]